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Adam Doud

Adam Doud

Freelance reviewer

Adam Doud is a freelance journalist, product reviewer, and editor based in Chicago, Illinois. Adam has bylines at a number of different tech publications and hosts the Benefit of the Doud podcast. He uses both iOS and Android (a six-month rotation for each), and he's regularly testing tablets, smartphones, and laptops.

By Adam Doud

Nothing (4a) Pro review: a stylish competitor to the Google Pixel
If you want an under-$500 phone with flair, it doesn't get more flair-ish than this.
By Adam Doud
Nothing (4a) Pro review: a stylish competitor to the Google Pixel

Asus ProArt P16 Review: a dialed-in beast
For a laptop this powerful, the price tag is justified.
By Adam Doud
Asus ProArt P16 Review: a dialed-in beast

Samsung Galaxy XR review: A great Vision Pro alternative, but for whom?
There's no denying it: This futuristic AR/VR headset is incredibly cool.
By Adam Doud
Samsung Galaxy XR review: A great Vision Pro alternative, but for whom?

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold hands-on: I'm excited, but it's got quirks
This foldable phone has every chance of living up to its potential.
By Adam Doud
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold hands-on: I'm excited, but it's got quirks

Review: Is Insta360's Antigravity A1 drone the DJI replacement we've been hoping for?
I really wanted to love Insta360's Antigravity A1 drone, and I mostly did.
By Adam Doud
Review: Is Insta360's Antigravity A1 drone the DJI replacement we've been hoping for?

I went hands-on with Samsung's Galaxy XR headset and was left with a big question
The new Galaxy XR is an AI-powered headset with a stunning display and some notable problems to solve.
By Adam Doud
I went hands-on with Samsung's Galaxy XR headset and was left with a big question

Samsung launches Galaxy XR headset, and we can finally geek out over the specs
The Project Moohan headset is half the price of the new Apple Vision Pro.
By Adam Doud
Samsung launches Galaxy XR headset, and we can finally geek out over the specs

Pixel Buds 2a review: Google's new mid-range earbuds are a little too... mid?
Adorably tiny, pastel, and a little too touchy.
By Adam Doud
Pixel Buds 2a review: Google's new mid-range earbuds are a little too... mid?

Review: I tried the Centauri Carbon 3D Printer to see if it's truly beginner friendly
Available on Amazon for under $400, the Centauri Carbon 3D Printer passed the idiot test.
By Adam Doud
Review: I tried the Centauri Carbon 3D Printer to see if it's truly beginner friendly

AirPods Pro 3 review: Without a doubt, one of the best products of the year
Apple's newest earbuds deliver phenomenal noise cancellation, seamless iPhone integration, and premium sound — and with only a few tiny quirks.
By Adam Doud
AirPods Pro 3 review: Without a doubt, one of the best products of the year

I'm obsessed with Qualcomm's circular mini PC, the UFO. Too bad you can't buy it.
This mini PC is a reference device, but could a PC maker take the design and run with it? I want to believe.
By Adam Doud
I'm obsessed with Qualcomm's circular mini PC, the UFO. Too bad you can't buy it.

Microsoft Surface Pro 13 review: I have a love-hate relationship with this 2-in-1
Are you there, Microsoft? It's me, Mashable. Please stop making us pay extra for the keyboard.
By Adam Doud
Microsoft Surface Pro 13 review: I have a love-hate relationship with this 2-in-1

Pixel 10 Pro review: A very impressive camera makes up for some notable flaws
As promised, the Pixel 10 Pro has an impressive camera, as long as the sun is out.
By Adam Doud
Pixel 10 Pro review: A very impressive camera makes up for some notable flaws

Google says the Pixel 10 Pro has world's best phone camera. I tested it against the S25 Ultra and found a clear winner.
Samsung has a higher megapixel count, but Google promises more well-rounded features. Which flagship has the edge?
By Adam Doud
Google says the Pixel 10 Pro has world's best phone camera. I tested it against the S25 Ultra and found a clear winner.

Galaxy Watch 8 review: Hey, I like the Squircle design
There's a lot to love about Samsung's answer to the Apple Watch.
By Adam Doud
Galaxy Watch 8 review: Hey, I like the Squircle design

Review: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 foldable is almost too much fun
Am I a flip phone person now?
By Adam Doud
Review: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 foldable is almost too much fun

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Every phone announced, including Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7
Meet the newest foldables in Samsung's lineup, and see how they compare to last year's models.
By Adam Doud
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Every phone announced, including Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7

I tried the futuristic Nuance Hearing Glasses. Do they pass the crowded restaurant test?
These futuristic smart glasses promise to be an all-in-one hearing and vision solution. Do they deliver?
By Adam Doud
I tried the futuristic Nuance Hearing Glasses. Do they pass the crowded restaurant test?